George III and the American Revolution: The Beginnings

By Frank Arthur Mumby

Book Overview

""George III and the American Revolution: The Beginnings"" by Frank Arthur Mumby is a comprehensive historical account of the events leading up to the American Revolution and the role of King George III in it. The book covers the period between 1760 and 1775, during which tensions between Great Britain and the American colonies escalated, ultimately leading to the outbreak of war.Mumby provides a detailed analysis of George III's personality, political beliefs, and actions as king, highlighting his efforts to maintain British control over the colonies and his resistance to the growing demands for independence. The book also explores the economic and social factors that contributed to the conflict, including the British government's attempts to raise revenue through taxes and tariffs, and the colonists' desire for greater representation in government.Throughout the book, Mumby draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official documents, letters, and diaries, to provide a nuanced and detailed account of the period. He also includes maps, illustrations, and timelines to help readers understand the complex political and social landscape of the time.Overall, ""George III and the American Revolution: The Beginnings"" is an informative and engaging read for anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution and the role of George III in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 142549725X
• ISBN13: 9781425497255
• Release Date: May 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 1.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"